Federal judge blocks enforcement of Louisiana's police 'buffer-zone' law
A federal judge has blocked the enforcement of a Louisiana law that makes it a crime to approach within 25 feet (7.6 meters) of a working police officer after being ordered or asked to step back ...
Marrero man dies following a two-vehicle crash in Jefferson Parish, LSP reports
A 61-year-old Marrero man has died from injuries sustained in a Jan. 18 crash on LA 23 in Jefferson Parish. Louisiana State ...
Supermarket theft and car burglary suspects arrested together in Tangipahoa Parish
Multiple suspects were arrested on Monday, Jan. 27, in connection to recent crimes committed in Tangipahoa Parish.
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Federal judge blocks Louisiana law requiring people to stay away from police when ordered
A federal judge has blocked a Louisiana law that allows police to arrest people who come within 25 feet of an on-duty law enforcement officer after they have been ordered to disperse.
Over 13,000 pills seized, 4 arrested in Louisiana drug bust
Four people have been arrested and over 13,000 tapentadol pills have been seized following a multi-agency investigation into ...
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Civil rights investigation finds pattern of excessive force by Louisiana State Police
The Louisiana State Police for years have used excessive force during arrests and vehicle pursuits, a statewide pattern of misconduct that places the public at “serious risk of harm ...
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I-TEAM: Department of Justice concludes civil rights investigation into Louisiana State Police
The DOJ found that Louisiana State Police (LSP) “engages in a pattern or practice of conduct that violates the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.” The DOJ further noted that state ...